Best Schools in San Juan, PR
85 schools · 42 Elementary · 6 Middle · 24 High · 13 Other
Choosing a school in San Juan?
Use this page to compare every school in San Juan by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Amalia Marin Primaria
Elementary · Puerto Rico Department of Education. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Luis Munoz Rivera San Juan Montessori
Elementary · Puerto Rico Department of Education. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
University Gardens
High · Puerto Rico Department of Education. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in San Juan for 2026 are Amalia Marin Primaria (9.3/10), Luis Munoz Rivera San Juan Montessori (9.2/10), and University Gardens (9.0/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 50 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
85
in this city
Avg Score
6.2
out of 10
Median Home
$206,192
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
85
in this city
Avg Score
6.2
out of 10
Median Home
$206,192
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in San Juan
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (50 of 85). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Amalia Marin Primaria | 9.3 / 10 |
| 2 | Luis Munoz Rivera San Juan Montessori | 9.2 / 10 |
| 3 | University Gardens | 9.0 / 10 |
| 4 | Sotero Figueroa | 8.8 / 10 |
| 5 | Emilio Del Toro Cuevas | 8.7 / 10 |
| 6 | Republica De Brazil | 8.6 / 10 |
| 7 | Luz Eneida Colon | 8.6 / 10 |
| 8 | Lcdo. Guillermo Atiles Moreau | 8.5 / 10 |
| 9 | Rafael Hernandez Marin | 8.5 / 10 |
| 10 | Dr. Antonio S. Pedreira | 8.5 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.2/10
- Median household income
- $24,707
- Median home value
- $206,192
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 39%
- Avg commute
- 24 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 46%
40% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How San Juan compares
Puerto Rico rank
#50 of 77
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.1
below Puerto Rico avg (6.3)
Median household income
$25k
102% of Puerto Rico median
Schools in this city
82
Education Snapshot
San Juan, PRSan Juan operates 85 schools across a single district, enrolling approximately 20,960 students. The level mix skews toward the lower grades: 42 elementary campuses versus 6 middle schools and 24 high schools, with 13 combined or other-level programs rounding out the total. The city's 82 scored schools average 6.2/10 on the MySchoolScout composite, one-tenth of a point below Puerto Rico's state average of 6.3/10. Four charter schools sit alongside the district's public offerings, giving families a narrow alternative to default district assignment. Median household income is $25,693, a 2% edge over the Puerto Rico state median of $25,087 — slim separation, but it places San Juan fractionally above the territory baseline. Thirty-six percent of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. Across the key indicators tracked here, the city lands within a tight band of the statewide average rather than clearly above or below it.
About Schools in San Juan, PR
San Juan, PR is home to 85 schools, including 85 public schools. The city's schools span 42 elementary schools, 6 middle schools, and 24 high schools.
With an average rating of 6.2 out of 10, schools in San Juan show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in San Juan is Amalia Marin Primaria with a composite score of 9.3/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
San Juan is served by 1 school district: PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. These districts collectively serve 240,910 students.
San Juan's community shows 39% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $24,707. The poverty rate in the area is 44.5%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
42 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 112 students · Kindergarten–5th | 9.3 |
| 2 | 177 students · Pre-K–5th | 9.2 |
| 3 | 78 students · Kindergarten–5th | 8.7 |
| 4 | 111 students · Kindergarten–5th | 8.6 |
| 5 | 286 students · Kindergarten–5th | 8.6 |
| 6 | 193 students · Kindergarten–5th | 8.5 |
| 7 | 268 students · Kindergarten–5th | 8.5 |
| 8 | 482 students · Kindergarten–5th | 8.4 |
| 9 | 168 students · Kindergarten–5th | 8.4 |
| 10 | 160 students · Kindergarten–6th | 8.1 |
Show all 42 elementary schools in San Juan
Middle Schools
6 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 308 students · 4th–8th | 8.8 |
| 2 | 208 students · 6th–8th | 5.0 |
| 3 | 208 students · 6th–8th | 4.5 |
| 4 | 127 students · 6th–8th | 4.3 |
| 5 | 187 students · 6th–8th | 4.0 |
| 6 | 305 students · 4th–8th | 3.3 |
High Schools
24 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 477 students · 9th–12th | 9.0 |
| 2 | 74 students · 5th–12th | 8.5 |
| 3 | 162 students · 9th–12th | 7.9 |
| 4 | 258 students · 6th–12th | 7.8 |
| 5 | 560 students · 6th–12th | 7.6 |
| 6 | 438 students · 6th–12th | 7.6 |
| 7 | 459 students · 9th–12th | 7.6 |
| 8 | 110 students · 7th–12th | 6.8 |
| 9 | 156 students · 6th–12th | 6.7 |
| 10 | 108 students · 9th–12th | 6.6 |
Show all 24 high schools in San Juan
Other Schools
13 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 122 students · Pre-K–12th | 8.5 |
| 2 | 135 students · Kindergarten–12th | 7.5 |
| 3 | 499 students · Kindergarten–12th | 7.0 |
| 4 | 96 students · Pre-K–12th | 6.7 |
| 5 | 86 students · 6th–12th | 6.3 |
| 6 | 423 students · Pre-K–9th | 6.1 |
| 7 | 288 students · 4th–12th | 6.0 |
| 8 | 327 students · Kindergarten–12th | 5.9 |
| 9 | 845 students · Pre-K–12th | 5.5 |
| 10 | 186 students · Pre-K–9th | 5.3 |
Show all 13 other schools in San Juan
Schools in San Juan
San Juan, PR · 85 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 13 ZIP codes
Median Income
$24,707
Median Home Value
$206,192
Median Rent
$614/mo
Population
312,525
College Educated
39%
Homeownership
46%
Avg Commute
24 min
Poverty Rate
44.5%
Community Profile
San Juan has a median household income of $24,707. It is an area where 39% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $206,192, with a median rent of $614/month. The area has a poverty rate of 44.5%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 24 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- PR
- Elementary
- 42
- Middle
- 6
- High
- 24
- Other
- 13
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Common questions about schools in San Juan, PR
How many schools are in San Juan, PR?
San Juan has 85 schools, including 85 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in San Juan, PR?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in San Juan is 6.2 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in San Juan, PR?
The top-ranked school in San Juan on MySchoolScout is Amalia Marin Primaria with a composite score of 9.3/10.
What is the best elementary school in San Juan, PR?
The top-ranked elementary school in San Juan on MySchoolScout is Amalia Marin Primaria with a composite score of 9.3/10.
What is the best middle school in San Juan, PR?
The top-ranked middle school in San Juan on MySchoolScout is Sotero Figueroa with a composite score of 8.8/10.
What is the best high school in San Juan, PR?
The top-ranked high school in San Juan on MySchoolScout is University Gardens with a composite score of 9.0/10.
How many school districts serve San Juan, PR?
San Juan is served by 1 school district: Puerto Rico Department of Education.
What is the education level in San Juan, PR?
According to Census data, 39% of adults in San Juan have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in San Juan, PR?
The median household income in San Juan is approximately $24,707 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in San Juan, PR?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in San Juan is 9.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in San Juan, PR?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Puerto Rico Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.